Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac SRX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Front Brake Hose Bracket Bolts

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the front brake hose bracket to steering knuckle mounting bolts (1).
Tighten: Tighten the brake hose to knuckle mounting bolt to 14 N.m (10 lb ft).
Remove the rubber plug from the brake hose to caliper bolt hole of the brake caliper.

Fig 2: View Of Brake Hose Banjo Fitting

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IMPORTANT: Install NEW copper brake hose gaskets.

Assemble the brake hose (2), the NEW copper brake hose gaskets (3), and the brake hose bolt (4) to the brake hose (2).
Install the brake hose (2) to caliper bolt (4) to the brake caliper (1).
Tighten: Tighten the brake hose to caliper bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 3: View Of Brake Hose & Bracket

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Install the brake hose (1) to the brake hose bracket (2).

IMPORTANT: The tapered end of the hose retainer must be installed toward the pipe.

Fig 4: Disconnecting/Reconnecting Brake Line Fitting

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Install the brake hose retainer (3) to the brake hose (3).
Remove the rubber cap or plug from the exposed brake pipe fitting end.
Install the brake pipe fitting (1) to the brake hose (3).
Tighten: Tighten the brake pipe fitting to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
Install the wheel speed sensor wiring harness retainers to the brake hose bracket.
Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) .
Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Lower the vehicle.